Danvers' landing on the Ipswich River Water Trail: short woods trails lead from a small parking area to an easy canoe and kayak put-in and a picnic spot known for good birdwatching, with mallards, great blue herons, and egrets along the banks.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Trails
Short, easy woods trails connect the parking area to the river landing and picnic spot, natural surface, well under a mile
Dogs
Danvers town bylaw prohibits dogs from being at large anywhere in town outside their owner's property, requiring a proper leash and immediate cleanup of waste in parks, playgrounds, beaches, and other public areas. Posted signs at the…
Hours
A Danvers by-law lets residents use town-owned land for recreation without a permit from half an hour before sunrise until half an hour after sunset. That's the town default unless posted otherwise.
Kayak/Canoe/Sup
Allowed ice-free months, best in spring when flow is higher
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Town of Danvers Conservation Commission
978-777-0001 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Free lot
Costfree
Details unconfirmed
What's here
On site
Picnic area
picnic tables near the landing
Common questions
Can I launch a kayak here?
Yes, short trails lead from the parking area to an easy carry-in put-in on the Ipswich River, well suited to canoes and kayaks.
Is this the same place as the West Street Canoe Launch?
Yes, the town's canoe-launch listing and the West Street Conservation Area both describe the same site off West Street.
Where do I park at West Street Conservation Area?
Free lot (free).
Is there an entry fee at West Street Conservation Area?
Not confirmed; check the town's page before you go.
Can I bring my dog to West Street Conservation Area?
Danvers town bylaw prohibits dogs from being at large anywhere in town outside their owner's property, requiring a proper leash and immediate cleanup of waste in parks, playgrounds, beaches, and other public areas. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
What rules should I know at West Street Conservation Area?
The Ipswich River here is mostly flat water with a few riffles; low-flow and drought conditions can affect paddling depth in late summer.